Running a retail business can mean wearing many hats. From handling customers to balancing the books and looking after your staff, the retail world is busy with no two days ever the same. Time is precious, but one thing which probably can’t wait on your
A special report from The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU) predicts that online retail will continue to expand its share of total retail sales, rising from 10 percent in 2019 to nearly 20 percent by 2025.While the US will remain a crucial market, the
Australian tanning brand Bondi Sands has intrigued us with the release of its Pure range, which is made from 100 percent recyclable packaging and includes nourishing and natural ingredients. Read on for the details behind this new range and the brand’s sustainability journey and goals. Bondi
Doing their upmost to support local, Domino's has announced its partnership with small locally-owned business PURE New Zealand Ice Cream, adding the brand's award-winning ice cream to the Domino's menu.Created purely in Wanaka, the team at PURE New Zealand Ice Cream use locally produced
The Register looks at recent movements in the industry and advice from experts on how clothing retailers can stay relevant. It's a weird and wonderful time for clothing brands amid a global pandemic. For some, business is as usual. Others have pivoted their focus, and many
Following her internship with local fashion label LEO+BE last year, aspiring designer Ella Cook is excited to see her designs land as part of the brand's winter collection in boutique stores across New Zealand next month. The Register chats to the university student on the challenges
The Hawkes Bay is widely considered as one of New Zealand's top destinations, mainly due to its picturesque landscape, friendly community and delectable food and wine. However another aspect, which many may not know, is that it is home to five independent menswear stores, some
Iconic Kiwi fashion label Maggie Marilyn has joined forces with Mercedes-Benz New Zealand, in a partnership that champions sustainable change and building a healthier and more equitable future for people and the planet.The partnership will involve Maggie Marilyn founder Maggie Hewitt driving vehicles from
Noel Leeming's trial e-waste recycling programme has collected almost 9 tonnes of e-waste since it was rolled out in January.In partnership with TechCollect NZ, the programme aims to divert thousands of kilograms of e-waste from landfill by offering free recycling drop off points at
Countdown has introduced brand new technology to its Moorhouse store in Christchurch, which will increase the availability of online shopping in the city by an additional 4,000 orders per week.Known as OSR units (Order Storage Retrieval), the semi-automated fulfilment centres can hold up to